wayne art center

Summer Art Camp 2023: Week 10

Katsushika Hokusai; The Great Wave, 1831

Wondrous Waters

August 14 – August 18

From Hokusai’s, The Great Wave off Kanagawa, to the Impressionist works of Monet to Winslow Homer’s love of the power of the ocean, water has been a part of art’s inspiration since the beginning of time. Be inspired with endless opportunities to express yourself through the motivating power of water!

Artists: Katsushika Hokusai, Matthew Cusick, Samantha French, Caspar David Friedich, Karen Gunderson, David Hockney, Winslow Homer, Claude Monet, William Turner.

Class Listings

Ages 5-7

AM S10-02 Rainbow Express · $275
9:30am–12pm · Aug 14–18, 2023

Utilizing new mediums including acrylic paint, pastels, and clay, mini-makers attempt more advanced two-and three-dimensional art forms, such as drawing and painting, printmaking, paper mosaic, sculpture and paper mache. Class projects will change weekly to correspond with this years camp theme--The Art of Nature. This class is one week, runs Monday-Friday, and lasts 2.5 hours with a snack break outside.

PM S10-02 Rainbow Express · $275
12:30pm–3pm · Aug 14–18, 2023

Utilizing new mediums including acrylic paint, pastels, and clay, mini-makers attempt more advanced two-and three-dimensional art forms, such as drawing and painting, printmaking, paper mosaic, sculpture and paper mache. Class projects will change weekly to correspond with this years camp theme, The Art of Nature. This class is one week, runs Monday-Friday, and lasts 2.5 hours with a snack break outside.

Ages 5-17

FD S10-LUNCH BUNCH (Full-Day Students ONLY) · $30
12pm–12:30pm · Aug 14–18, 2023

Wayne Art Center staff and volunteers provide a supervised 1/2 hour lunch and play period outside on picnic tables for only Full-Day students. Campers are picked-up from morning art classes, supervised for a half-n-hour of lunch/ play-time. At 12:30, staff escort students from outside and bring them to their assigned studio to start their afternoon art classes. Students are responsible for bringing a packed brown bag lunch (nut-free, please) and water bottle to eat during LUNCH BUNCH.

Ages 6+

AM S10-05 Mudworks · $285
9:30am–12pm · Aug 14–18, 2023

Campers dig deep into the history of clay and even deeper into their imaginations as they sculpt decorative and functional ceramics. From rolling slabs, creating coils, and utilizing glazes, this camp involves participants in each step of the ceramics process as they develop ideas from their imagination and eventually place their work into the kiln to be fired. Class projects change weekly to relate to each unique theme inspired by The Art of Nature. This class is one week, runs Monday-Friday, and lasts 2.5 hours with a snack break outside.

PM S10-05 Mudworks · $285
12:30pm–3pm · Aug 14–18, 2023

Campers dig deep into the history of clay and even deeper into their imaginations as they sculpt decorative and functional ceramics. From rolling slabs, creating coils, and utilizing glazes, this camp involves participants in each step of the ceramics process as they develop ideas from their imagination and eventually place their work into the kiln to be fired. Class projects change weekly to relate to each unique theme inspired by The Art of Nature. This class is one week, runs Monday-Friday, and lasts 2.5 hours with a snack break outside.

Ages 7-10

AM S10-03 Art Explorers · $275
9:30am–12pm · Aug 14–18, 2023

Guided by each week's global theme, young art explorers will enjoy experimenting with drawing & painting, printmaking, mosaics, paper crafts and more. This class emphasizes creativity and the exploration of artist's materials. Class projects will change weekly to correspond with the The Art of Nature and each designated weekly theme. This class is one week, runs Monday-Friday, and lasts 2.5 hours with a snack break outside.

PM S10-03 Art Explorers · $275
12:30pm–3pm · Aug 14–18, 2023

Guided by The Art of Nature weekly theme, young explorers will enjoy drawing and painting, printmaking, paper crafts, and more. This class emphasizes creativity and the exploration of artist’s materials. Projects will change weekly to correspond with the nature-inspired theme.This class is one week, runs Monday-Friday, and lasts 2.5 hours with a snack break outside.

Ages 7+

AM S10-04 Drawing FUNdamentals · $275
9:30am–12pm · Aug 14–18, 2023

Have fun while learning the basics (and beyond) of drawing! Use pencils, pen and ink, markers, cray-pas and other drawing tools to turn simple lines and shapes into amazing drawings. Campers study work from well-known artists for inspiration and build skills in drawing forms, animals and people. Class projects will change weekly to correspond with each week's Art of Nature inspiring theme. This class is one week, runs Monday-Friday, and lasts 2.5 hours with a snack break outside.

AM S10-07 Cartooning · $275
9:30am–12pm · Aug 14–18, 2023

Learn to draw funny faces and silly scenes incorporating the tips and tricks of cartooning, including the use of exaggeration to make characters come to life and tell a story. Campers work from well-known cartoons, reference pictures, and their own imaginations! This class is one week, runs Monday-Friday, and lasts 2.5 hours with a snack break outside.

PM S10-07 Cartooning · $275
12:30pm–3pm · Aug 14–18, 2023

Learn to draw funny faces and silly scenes incorporating the tips and tricks of cartooning, including the use of exaggeration to make characters come to life and tell a story. Campers work from well-known cartoons, reference pictures, and their own imaginations! This class is one week, runs Monday-Friday, and lasts 2.5 hours with a snack break outside.

PM S10-04 Drawing FUNdamentals · $275
12:30pm–3pm · Aug 14–18, 2023

Have fun while learning the basics (and beyond) of drawing! Use pencils, pen and ink, markers, cray-pas and other drawing tools to turn simple lines and shapes into amazing drawings. Campers study work from well-known artists for inspiration and build skills in drawing forms, animals and people. Class projects will change weekly to correspond with each week's Art of Nature inspiring theme. This class is one week, runs Monday-Friday, and lasts 2.5 hours with a snack break outside.

Ages 9+

AM S10-08 Hand & Wheel · $285
9:30am–12pm · Aug 14–18, 2023

Learn hand building, wheel throwing, and glazing skills in this popular ceramics class while creating functional and sculptural forms. The first few days are spent building pieces, then campers experiment with design and colorful glazes for the remainder of the week. Class projects will change weekly to correspond with each themed week inspired by The Art of Nature. This class is one week, runs Monday-Friday, and lasts 2.5 hours with a snack break outside. NOTE: Please have campers bring a box on Friday to take home finished pieces and plan to return a week later to pick-up final glazed clay projects.

AM S10-06 Drawing & Painting · $275
9:30am–12pm · Aug 14–18, 2023

Campers gain exposure to a number of media as they study composition, perspective and shading using pencil and charcoal; paint in the garden 'plein air' style or try their hand at portrait painting inspired by the great masters. Class projects will change weekly to correspond with this years camp theme, The Art of Nature. This class is one week, runs Monday-Friday, and lasts 2.5 hours with a snack break outside.

AM S10-11 Felting · $285
9:30am–12pm · Aug 14–18, 2023

Needle Felting is one of the oldest forms of textile art and has become increasingly more popular. It is a technique that involves compacting a ball of colorful, unspun wool using a felting needle tool to create different 3D shapes and forms.Students are guided through the steps of learning about wool, how to use the felting instruments, and learn to turn the wool into unique shapes. All materials and tools will be provided. Sheep samples are on display in the lobby.

PM S10-08 Hand & Wheel · $285
12:30pm–3pm · Aug 14–18, 2023

Learn hand building, wheel throwing, and glazing skills in this popular ceramics class while creating functional and sculptural forms. The first few days are spent building pieces, then campers experiment with design and colorful glazes for the remainder of the week. Class projects will change weekly to correspond with each themed week inspired by The Art of Nature. This class is one week, runs Monday-Friday, and lasts 2.5 hours with a snack break outside. NOTE: Please have campers bring a box on Friday to take home finished pieces and plan to return a week later to pick-up final glazed clay projects.

PM S10-06 Drawing & Painting · $275
12:30pm–3pm · Aug 14–18, 2023

Campers gain exposure to a number of media as they study composition, perspective and shading using pencil and charcoal; paint in the garden 'plein air' style or try their hand at portrait painting inspired by the great masters. Class projects will change weekly to correspond with this years camp theme, The Art of Nature. This class is one week, runs Monday-Friday, and lasts 2.5 hours with a snack break outside.

Ages 12+

AM S10-01 TEEN: Drawing & Painting · $285
9:30am–12pm · Aug 14–18, 2023

Master drawing in perspective and learn to create light and volume with paint! This class is all about fostering individuality. Students create drawings and paintings daily based on various still life setups. Campers use the same materials as professional artists, including charcoal, ink, oil and chalk pastels and various types of paints--watercolors, acrylics and oils. Class projects change weekly to educate students about different well-known artists, their works and explore the weekly themes inspired by The Art of Nature. This class is one week, runs Monday-Friday, and lasts 2.5 hours.

PM S10-11 TEEN: Felting · $285
12:30pm–3pm · Aug 14–18, 2023

Needle Felting is one of the oldest forms of textile art and has become increasingly more popular. It is a technique that involves compacting a ball of colorful, unspun wool using a felting needle tool to create different 3D shapes and forms.Students are guided through the steps of learning about wool, how to use the felting instruments, and learn to turn the wool into unique shapes. All materials and tools will be provided. Sheep samples are on display in the lobby.

PM S10-09 TEEN: Stained Glass · $285
12:30pm–3pm · Aug 14–18, 2023

Create sparkling sun catchers from colored glass! You will learn the basics of the copper foil technique including creating a pattern, glass cutting, grinding, foiling and soldering. Go home with a beautiful finished piece at the end of the week to hang in a window and catch the sun!Safety glasses required. Feel free to bring your own pair or borrow from the instructor. Please wear closed-toe shoes, long pants and tie back long hair.This class is one week, runs Monday-Friday, and lasts 2.5 hours.

PM S10-01 TEEN: Drawing & Painting · $285
12:30pm–3pm · Aug 14–18, 2023

Master drawing in perspective and learn to create light and volume with paint! This class is all about fostering individuality. Students create drawings and paintings daily based on various still life setups. Campers use the same materials as professional artists, including charcoal, ink, oil and chalk pastels and various types of paints--watercolors, acrylics and oils. Class projects change weekly to educate students about different well-known artists, their works and explore the weekly themes inspired by The Art of Nature. This class is one week, runs Monday-Friday, and lasts 2.5 hours.

XM S10-01 TEEN: Wheel Throwing · $195
3:30pm–5pm · Aug 14–18, 2023

Take wheel throwing skills to the next level in this week-long intensive ceramics course! Whether just starting or well acquainted to the wheel, this class teaches you tricks and techniques to make functional pots, bowls, cups, and plates. Young ceramicists discover rules of centering and pulling clay to make functional items, as well as learning about glazes and the firing processes. Class projects will change weekly to correspond with each themed week inspired by The Art of Nature. This class is one week, runs Monday-Friday, and lasts 1.5 hours.NOTE: Please have campers bring a box on Friday to take home finished pieces and plan to return a week later to pick-up final glazed clay projects.